Best Modern Drummers

Probably the best metal drummer ever. He could do it all. He was a master at almost all aspects of drumming. He was also a musical genius. He wrote most of Avenged Sevenfold's greatest hits. Jimmy could also laid down some of the fastest beats. Just listen to songs like Unholy Confessions, Chapter Four, Beast and the Harlot, Burn it Down, Almost Easy, A Little Piece of Heaven, and although he didn't actually record Nightmare and Welcome to Family, he wrote those ones.

R.I.P. Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan
A7X foREVer!

Jimmy had more talent on drums than anyone, and he was only 28. Imagine if he had never passed away.. Jimmy defined Musical Genius. RIP REV

James Owen Sullivan was a legend. I don't think there will ever be another that could ever match his talent and overall speed and accuracy. It's so disappointing that the good have to die so young. He has been my recent inspiration to get behind the kit again. May he always be remembered in the drummer's circle.

BEST DRUMMER! RIP REV, foREVer

Travis is way better than Greiner. Travis has way more passion in what he does. Not only was he in plus 44 and now back in blink 182. But he has done covers and played for other bands when they wanted a sick drummer to play in their song. Rappers, punk bands, metal bands and a bunch more of genres have used travis barker before. I'd say that's a pretty good drummer

This guy should be #1... The speed and timing of the drums to the music is superb. Travis Barker really puts some extra topping to the blink 182 songs. He is not only a good replacement for scott raynor but he surpasses scott's talent and took blink to a totally new level!

Travis plays some great beats! Unlike a lot of drummers his beats are very unpredictable! His influence makes the songs fresh and fun to listen to! One of the best drummers around!

For me, Travis is more speed than technque, he lake of technique, but I'd like his style!

I suppose the Rev is a decent #1, don't get me wrong he is in my top three for modern drummers, which half of this list certainly is not. But Travis Barker 1% behind him for number two? In this information age we have access to any music at any time. Please, somebody justify Travis Barker's place on this list, let alone his #2 spot. No, I'm not inferring he's unqualified for the modern portion like the great Chad Smith (RHCP was 80's), but that he is unqualified for the great portion, and hardly qualified for the drummer portion. It pains me to see a talented and musical drummer like Jordison so far behind this generation's closest thing to Lars Ulrich. Okay, he's not that bad, but he certainly makes more of a diva of himself.

when it comes to drumming, his name always strike 1st... joey rules! jimmy's good too

This guy can go amazingly fast on the double bass and the toms... What more can you ask for?

One of the most versatile drummers ever to have walked the earth. He's usually involved in a lot of side projects like the rock supergroup 'Chickenfoot'. Definitely deserves to be on the list

Chad has appeared on 52 albums to date need I say more?

One of the best of this generation alongside Dave Grohl, Taylor Hawkins and Phil Selway. Just listen to his skills on Purple Stain (amazing outro), By The Way, Brendan's Death song and pretty much all of Stadium Arcadium album. Absolute beast.

Chad's Drumming brings the RHCP's together. He is surely one of the best ever. Of course this is a subjective matter, but Chad has my vote with no reservations.

We'll Mike is officially the best drummer in the world... So...

Mike is the best drummer I ever know

Very clean sound, perfect rithm and genial patterns and fills. The best ever.

Lol I think he's good, he's my favorite dummer

For somebody who didn't take any lessons and literally got kicked out of music stores for playing too long as a kid, it's amazing to see the dedication and passion for what he does. Of course, he's not flawless. Some say that what he does is mediocre, but I think that he successfully handles half of his band and would continueously do so. His energy is contagious, and for a guy who hide from the mic, he's extremely confident behind his drums. Very innovative and willing to try new things, and is improving so much. And don't forget how many he's inspired. He's in a suitable position on this list, I think.

Josh works his hardest on stage, and in some parts of the shows the crowd is carrying him on a wooden platform that holds him playing the drums

He can fully support half of a famous band without any one thinking they need more

Josh Dun is incredibly talented with his work, and has worked with multiple bands. He's very coordinated and has a burning passion for music.
He enjoys working with Tyler Joseph from the band Twenty One Pilots, and is sophisticated when it comes to creating sick beats. I respect him for making music art.

One of the best can't wait to see him join the stage with mike portnoy

If you don't know this drummer you need to educate your self. You Tube, Rush.

Saw in Atlanta sick nasty and legendary

The best since buddy rich

One of the absolute best

This man is my favorite drummer. He is so incredible and it is so emotional. He has boundless energy and he is a beast!

LISTEN TO 'DO OR DIE' YOU'LL COME TO KNOW YOURSELF

Because he's AMAZING! *_* GOD OF DRUMS!

Great as an singer guitarist and drummer! Complete musician!

Drummer for Muse, and brings the power to muse! Bringing, drum beats that go incredibly well with what the band is looking for; it makes up a good portion of the band. If you are doubting me, then take a listen to songs such as "Resistance", "Assassin", "Exo-Politics", "Apocalypse Please", and "Stockholm Syndrome", and that's just the start! It's pretty awesome how they incorporate such a strong beat in their music.

Even if you're not a huge Muse fan, do yourself a favour and pick up a copy of their dvd, live from Wemberley Stadium. If you can even copy that, (let alone dream it up in the first place), you are doing extremely well! Easily #1 modern era drummer in my book!

Umm how is Chad Smith ahead if Dom? And why aren't he and Dave Grohl in the top 10?

Wait, seriously? This guy is the heart beat of Linkin Park. Rob provides Linkin Park with great drum beats and has really worked hard, becoming a successful drummer. He should be higher on the list.

Awesome drummer, he deserves to be higher on the list. With great hard work, he is one of the most successful drummers now..

He is the hero of the album "The Hunting Party"!

He should be at least in the top 20s! He is a great drummer..